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    CR Digital Archive

    July 2021

    Cover Story

    Living the New Normal
    As more people are vaccinated against COVID-19, here’s when you can confidently go without a mask, vacation, dine out, and more

    Special Report

    Steps to Keep Your Family Safe in an Emergency
    Most preparations involve thought, time and effort—not money. Keeping connected is key.

    Prepare Now for Hurricanes and Severe Storms
    These advance steps can help protect your family and property
    How to Prepare for an Earthquake
    5 safety basics can protect people and property
    Plan Now for Potential Flooding
    Take steps to protect your home from this costly and common peril.
    Take Action Before Tornadoes
    5 steps can help keep your family and your pets safe
    Prepare Now for Wildfires
    Protect your property and health by taking these key measures

    Features

    Take Great Photos With Your Smartphone
    Use these expert tips—and CR’s selection of the top smartphones—to get the best picture every time
    How to Fix Your Credit Score
    How scores are determined is often hidden and doesn’t treat all consumers equally. Here’s what to watch for, and what to do.

    Product Updates

    Easy Ways to Protect Your Skin in Summer
    CR’s top sunscreens and insect repellents can help you enjoy the outdoors safely

    Road Report

    The Hidden Danger of BIG Trucks
    Pickup trucks are getting larger and becoming a hazard to pedestrians and drivers of smaller vehicles

    Departments

    From Our President: What’s in Your Credit Score?
    Selling It
    Goofs, glitches, and gotchas spotted by our readers
    Building a Better World, Together
    Join with us to make a safer, fairer, healthier marketplace

    The July 2021 issue of Consumer Reports provides the latest ratings and reviews plus rigorous reporting on issues that impact consumers. Consumer Reports is one of the most trusted sources for information and advice on consumer products and services, with more than 7 million paying members.
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